Top Italy Spring Break in 2026

There's no better way to discover Italy's culture from the inside. Our national network of expert Italian home cooks offers the finest Italian food experiences. Guided by our knowledgeable hosts, immerse yourself in the intricate art of winemaking, from vine to bottle. Indulge your senses in a carefully curated tasting of three exceptional wines, including the renowned Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG Fasol Meninad. Each wine is meticulously paired with locally sourced delicacies, from savory cured meats to artisanal cheeses, perfectly complementing the nuances of each pour. As the tasting reaches its pinnacle, savor the sophistication of our premium white grappa, harmoniously paired with handcrafted biscotti, crafted with passion and tradition. For those seeking an alternative, a glass of wine stands ready to delight the palate.

Pick up the tips and techniques for turning out tasty pasta with this hands-on ravioli-making lesson. Join a local cook in a home kitchen and learn about culinary traditions from your host. After your meal is prepared, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor paired with a glass of local wine.

Sharpen your Italian cooking skills during a small-group class in Florence. Learn about the staple ingredients that make up Italian cuisine during visits to markets and artisan shops. Practice cooking techniques essential to making Tuscan dishes under the guidance of a professional and get live feedback.

Rather than looking up recipes online, enjoy a more authentic and practical way of learning how to make Italian dishes—a hands-on cooking class in Syracuse. To help expand your knowledge of local ingredients, the experience begins with a market tour to pick up seasonal produce. Then, go to a local’s home for an aperitivo and a chance to make both pasta and tiramisu.

This is your opportunity to choose and use ingredients that you’ve never been brave enough to cook with before. At this cookery workshop in Bari, visit a local market and choose the fresh ingredients you’d like to use—including meat, fish and vegetables. Then, take your finds back to the kitchen workshop in an authentic Italian home, and learn how to cook traditional Italian dishes with them.

Immerse yourself in Spoleto’s history and culinary traditions with a walking tour and cooking class that blends culture, food, and authentic flavors. Begin with a guided stroll through Spoleto’s medieval streets, visiting local markets and food shops to discover Umbrian cuisine and its farm-to-table philosophy. After an hour of exploration, head to a local home kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Using fresh, high-quality local ingredients, you’ll prepare classic Umbrian dishes like handmade strangozzi pasta, truffle-infused specialties, or rustic lentil soup, mastering traditional techniques passed down for generations. Once the meal is ready, enjoy your homemade feast paired with fine Umbrian wine in the cozy, welcoming atmosphere of an authentic home in Spoleto. Ideal for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers new skills, authentic recipes, and unforgettable memories of Spoleto’s rich flavors.

Attention: foodies and independent thinkers. This flexible, market-to-fork cooking class encourages you to let your imagination run wild as it beings with no set menu and lets you pick your own ingredients at a local market. Unlike other cooking classes with preset menus and step-by-step instructions, with this tailormade experience, a personal instructor helps you to create whatever inspires you most.

Learn to shop and cook like a true Italian with this custom home cooking class based on the ingredients you choose at the market with your local host and instructor. Stroll through La Spezia’s market and choose up to five ingredients that catch your eye, then head back to your host’s home kitchen for a hands-on lesson to create dishes featuring the fresh, seasonal specialties you’ve selected.

Immerse yourself in the rich culture and gastronomy of Livorno with a walking tour and cooking class that blends history, tradition, and authentic flavors. Begin your experience with a guided stroll through Livorno’s bustling streets, stopping at historic markets and local food shops to discover fresh ingredients and Tuscan specialties while learning about the city’s unique culinary heritage. After an hour of exploring, we’ll head to a local home kitchen, where you’ll take part in a hands-on cooking class. Using fresh, high-quality Tuscan ingredients, you'll learn to prepare a classic Livornese dish, such as Cacciucco (traditional seafood stew) or Triglie alla Livornese (red mullet in tomato sauce)—mastering the techniques that define Livorno’s coastal cuisine. Once the cooking is done, sit down and enjoy your homemade meal, paired with a glass of fine Tuscan wine, while soaking in the warm atmosphere of an authentic Livornese home.

When you visit Irpinia wine area, you can truly understand the meaning of wine. In Irpinia you can gain experience because it's real. Soil, grape, winery, wine tasting: the perfect mix for a winelover. Enjoy the wine tour drinking high quality wines and eating the best local food. We are waiting for you...

This private tour is designed to offer an authentic experience with maximum comfort and local insight. It starts directly from your hotel in a fully licensed Mercedes van with air conditioning for a smooth and relaxing ride. Accompanied by a professional driver-guide-certified sommelier, fluent in English and Italian born and raised in the Montalcino area. Travel through the stunning Val d’Orcia admired worldwide for its rolling hills and iconic landscapes. The highlight of the tour is an exclusive visit to a family-owned, organic Brunello winery, where you will walk through the vineyards, tour the cellars, and enjoy a guided tasting of selected red wines, including the celebrated Brunello di Montalcino, accompanied by a tasting extra virgin olive oil. The experience concludes with free time in the medieval town of Montalcino, the heart of the Brunello wine region, where you can explore historic streets, admire monuments, and browse charming local shops at your own pace.

Skip the usual restaurant scene in Naples for a pizza-making workshop with a professional pizzaiolo. Learn about the history of Neapolitan pizza and how the authentic local pie is made. Choose a lunch or dinner workshop, make your own pizza, and enjoy the fruits of your kitchen labor with an appetizer, dessert, and soft drinks.

Make your journey just as exciting as your destination on a private 3-hour Tuscany tour in a vintage Fiat 500. You'll indulge in wine tasting at a family-run vineyard in Chianti without having to worry about driving afterward—your private guide takes the wheel to allow you to soak up the scenery.

Swap the bustle of Rome for a private day trip to Tuscany. Forgo the hassle of trains or buses and set off in an air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel. Arrive ready to explore Siena and see the site of the famous Palio horse race, travel on to the picturesque medieval town of San Gimignano, and finish on a high in a Tuscan winery for a leisurely lunch and wine tasting.

Explore the rich history and unique flavors of Rome on this private food and wine tour. Stroll through the Jewish Quarter, Navona Square, and Campo de' Fiori while sampling local delicacies like fresh fish, pizza, and desserts. Along the way, marvel at historic landmarks, including the Portico of Octavia, while hearing local insights from your guide.

The hills beneath Mt. Vesuvius are flanked by ancient vineyards, with a winemaking history dating back thousands of years. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Naples hotel and visit the vineyards with your guide. Wander among rows of fertile vines, and learn how wine is made the Italian way. Surrounded by olive groves and fruit trees, savor a delicious lunch accompanied by fine local wines.

Exploring Chianti’s famed wine country from Florence can be a hassle, as there is little public transport and it’s easy to lose your way on the winding country roads. With this tour, set off by minivan directly from Florence, then switch to a vintage off-road 4x4 at a Chianti winery for a scenic jaunt through the rolling vineyards. After taking in the view, relax over a wine-tasting lunch at the cellar.

Tour the best Venetian taverns "cicheterie" to discover the local culinary tradition. Between one "cicheto" and another you will become part of the real Venetian atmosphere through the most mysterious and historical places of our city, those that usually no tourist knows when not accompanied by a true Venetian.

Experience Venetian culture and cuisine in a single tour with this combined sightseeing plus “cicchetti” experience. Join your private guide for a stroll through three of Venice’s historic districts to admire atmospheric canals and alleys far from the crowds plus blockbuster landmarks like the Rialto Bridge. Stop along the way at traditional “bacari” (wine bars) to sample “cicchetti” appetizers washed down with “ombre”, or glasses of local wine.

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and abundance of Italy’s Umbria region on this private excursion. Visit a winery for a guided tour and wine pairing with locally cured meats in the cellar. Next, visit a traditional olive oil mill and see the process from olive to oil. Finally, sample locally produced Extra Virgin Olive Oils, and taste different varieties. This private tour is ideal for foodies and anyone looking for an authentic Italian experience.

Some wine tours can feel hurried and impersonal but this small-group tour offers an intimate experience in one of the smallest wine cellars in the Montefalco area. Try seven different wines, accompanied by plates of cheese, ham, bruschetta, and chocolate, while chatting with your guide and learn about Umbrian wine-making, in a relaxed setting.

Discover the enchanting Chianti region with visits to two picturesque wineries. Enjoy tastings of world-renowned Chianti wines paired with local delicacies, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Relax on a scenic drive through rolling Tuscan hills, guided by an expert escort. This unforgettable journey offers a perfect blend of wine, culture, and breathtaking landscapes, making it an essential Tuscan experience.

Discover the beauty of Tuscany on a tour of a winery in the medieval hill town of San Gimignano. Enjoy the stunning countryside, taste exquisite wines, and savor a delicious Tuscany-inspired meal. Experience the charm of the region while learning about wine pairing and the art of Tuscan winemaking while immersed in vineyards, olive groves, and oak forests.

Escape to Tuscany's Chianti Hills from Florence for a wine lover's paradise. Roam vineyard-covered landscapes, taste Chianti's renowned wines, and uncover the artistry behind each bottle. A toast to unforgettable memories! Be prepared to be mesmerized by a tapestry of natural beauty. Endless vineyards dressed in vibrant greens stretch towards the horizon, while the ancient olive groves and charming medieval towns provide a sense of timelessness. The countryside whispers stories of generations who have toiled to create this captivating vista. Chianti is more than just a wine; it's a testament to the harmony between the land and the hands that nurture it. Traverse the vineyards, touch the soil, and grasp the meticulous care that goes into every grape. Expert vintners will guide you through tastings that allow the flavors to unfold on your palate, showcasing the nuances that make Chianti wines revered worldwide.